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flag Washington State delays new hybrid ferries to 2030, choosing a Florida shipbuilder to save money.

flag Washington State Ferries will delay receiving its new hybrid electric ferries by one year, with the first vessel now expected in August 2030 instead of 2029. flag The state selected Florida’s Eastern Shipbuilding over local Nichols Brothers, opting for a lower bid despite a longer delivery timeline. flag The decision, driven by cost savings, marks the first time in over 50 years the state has used an out-of-state shipbuilder. flag Critics remain concerned about delays, past project issues, and the reliability of new technology, while ferry officials defend the choice as necessary for fiscal responsibility.

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